Duties and Responsibilities

The following duties are typically expected of this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive.  Other duties may be required and assigned.

1.    Direct Service - 50%

a) Establish a positive relationship “bond” with participants that facilitate achievement of specific goals.
b) Assess each participant’s employment skills, social competence and emotional health.
c) As a member of a team, develop an Individual Service Strategy to address employment, social and emotional needs.
d) Provide on-site supervision, training, education, and counseling of participants in a manner consistent with an Individual Service Strategy.
e) As a member of a team, provide a written evaluation for each crew member per agency schedule.
f) Maintain daily plan/log book; use for attendance and to record any significant events.
g) Communicate effectively with co-workers, on a daily basis, to strengthen participant programming.
h) Communicate professionally with participant’s social worker, probation agent, family members, etc.
i) Communicate regularly with Case Management Coordinator concerning participant progress.

2.    Project Implementation - 45%

a) Supervise crew in the completion of conservation and community development projects.
b) Plan and coordinate in advance materials, equipment, and crew work activities.
c) Assign participant work duties effectively; motivate crew members to work together as a team.
d) Monitor project progress and quality of crew member’s work.
e) Instruct crew members in the safe use and maintenance of hand and power tools; implement and enforce all OFS safety rules, guidelines, and policies.
f) Establish and maintain a professional relationship with project sponsors.
g) Communicate regularly with Conservation and Constriction Manager and project sponsors concerning project progress, material and equipment needs, appropriate resource management or building techniques, and needed technical assistance.
h) Maintain work site in a clean, orderly, and professional manner; maintain and properly care for van, tools, and equipment.

3.    Administration - 5%
a) Prepare and complete all required paper work.
b) Assist crew members to complete card copy and electronic timesheets.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Excellent interpersonal skills
2. Experience in teaching or counseling is desirable
3. Valid Wisconsin Driver’s License and good driving record; must not have a DUI conviction on record within the last 5 years
4. Willingness to complete a background check

*** Operation Fresh Start conducts several background checks prior to employment.  Criminal background does not necessarily preclude employment at Operation Fresh Start. ***